Mechanical Design Engineer

Accelero; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelero is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its growing R&D team in Cardiff, UK. You will contribute to new product development, supporting design reviews, technical analysis, and supplier communication.

You will use SolidWorks to produce 3D designs, work with contract manufacturers, and help shape the innovation pipeline from concept through production. A background in consumer electronics and 3D CAD is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Experience with consumer electronics or related products and design engineering principles.
• Product design experience from concept through production.
• Experience with 3D CAD in a product design context.
• Portfolio and/or examples of previous design work.
• Knowledge of Product Data Management software (e.g. SolidWorks PDM, CATIA ENOVIA).
• Proficiency with FEA/CFD.
• 3D printing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the design intent and integrity of products through full design life cycle.
• Contribute to mechanical and industrial design across projects.
• Use CAD tools like SolidWorks to create 3D designs for manufacturing.
• Work with contract manufacturers to review and edit designs.
• Assist selection of assembly methods and sequencing for 3D designs.
• Collaborate with hardware team to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Support thermal simulations by assisting with drawings.
• Occasional trips to contract manufacturer premises overseas.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Product design experience

3+ years experience

Portfolio of design work

FEA/CFD

3D printing knowledge

Education

BEng/MEng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

CATIA ENOVIA

Job description

An established leader in technology is looking for a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing design engineering team during a busy period of product expansion. Working within the Research and Development team, you\'ll contribute to new product development projects, working closely with internal and external teams to support design and test reviews, technical analysis and supplier communication. You\'ll also help shape the innovation pipeline, contributing ideas that push the category forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design intent and integrity of products throughout the full design life cycle
• Contribute to mechanical and industrial design work across existing and upcoming projects
• Use CAD tools such as SolidWorks to produce 3D CAD designs following best engineering drawing practices, ready for manufacturing
• Work with contract manufacturing teams to review and edit designs as necessary
• Help select appropriate assembly methods and sequencing when creating 3D designs
• Work with the hardware engineering team to help ensure projects meet deadlines and are delivered to a high standard
• Support project engineers with thermal simulations by assisting with drawings
• Take part in occasional trips to contract manufacturer premises overseas

Experience

• 3+ years' experience in a similar role
• Knowledge of consumer electronics or related products and design engineering principles
• Some product design experience, ideally spanning concept creation through to production
• Experience with 3D CAD systems in a product design context
• Portfolio and/or examples of previous design work
• Knowledge of Product Data Management software (e.g. SolidWorks PDM, CATIA ENOVIA)
• Proficiency with FEA/CFD
• 3D printing knowledge

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Mechanical Engineering or a related field